noun
a natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself
Synonyms
prime quantity
noun
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
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noun
the second canonical hour
Examples
- about 6 a.m.
noun
the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest
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prime of life
verb
insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing
Examples
- prime a cannon
- prime a mine
verb
cover with a primer
Synonyms
Examples
- apply a primer to
verb
fill with priming liquid
Examples
- prime a car engine
adjective
first in rank or degree
Synonyms
premier(a)
prime(a)
Examples
- an architect of premier rank
- the prime minister
adjective
used of the first or originating agent
Synonyms
prime(a)
Examples
- prime mover
adjective
of superior grade
Synonyms
Examples
- choice wines
- prime beef
- prize carnations
- quality paper
- select peaches
adjective
of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers
Examples
- prime number
adjective
being at the best stage of development
Synonyms
Examples
- our manhood's prime vigor"- Robert Browning